1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Reatta | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |
